Do you want to make an impact?

At Hexcel, our mission is to support the warfighter by delivering advanced materials that enhance the performance and safety of defense systems. As a Radiofrequency Engineer, your work will directly contribute to the development of technologies that protect and empower those on the front lines. By ensuring our RF absorbers and other materials meet rigorous standards, you help provide the reliability and effectiveness that our warfighters depend on.

As a part of Hexcel, we at ARC Technologies LLC are propelling the future of flight, energy generation, transportation, and recreation through excellence in advanced material solutions that create a better world. We proudly support our military through our product offerings. Whether you are a civilian, veteran, transitioning member, reservist, or military spouse, Hexcel is committed to supporting, including, and empowering you.

Where Local Community meets Global Opportunity

By joining our team, you will become part of a global community of peers dedicated to creating quality parts and materials. If you have integrity, accountability, a willingness to explore new ideas, and a desire to succeed, then ARC Technologies is the place for you.

Hexcel is currently seeking a Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer for our Amesbury, MA location.

What you will do:

You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations in the RF lab that will include direct measurement of transmission and return loss on materials, characterization of complex permittivity and permeability, and performance modelingYou will develop custom test techniques as new materials/applications require, including part-specific fixtures, cavities, and antenna configurationsYou will support the development of next generation RF absorbers by providing RF expertise and guidance during product design and validationYou will help establish appropriate test criteria to verify product performance prior to shipmentYou will develop software tools to support materials testing and development.  This will include machine control software to automate data collection as well as data processing and management toolsYou will lead development efforts in future absorber technologies, to include writing white papers to secure funding and providing technical oversight on projects.You will take an active role in our Safety First culture

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Mathematics, Electrical or Computer EngineeringExperience with RF/EMI/EMC test equipment including network analyzers, impedance analyzers, test chambers, waveguides and free-space test methods required.  5-10+ years’ experience preferred. Experience with RF absorbers, preferredFundamental understanding of RF/Microwave concepts such as impedance, conductors, dielectrics, magnetics, inductance, and capacitance.Experience working with EM software tools such as CST, HFSS, ADS preferredDemonstrated oral and written communication skills with all levels of personnelWorks well independently and with others in a team environmentProgramming experience required.  Experience with MATLAB, working knowledge of LabView, and the ability to write or update instrumentation control and data acquisition software, preferredApplicant must be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense security clearance.

What you will gain

You will gain experience developing materials and applying novel techniques to support the next generation of RF absorbers

Benefits

In addition to competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance and robust paid time off, we offer the following:

Hexcel 401k with company matching contributionEmployee stock purchase programQuarterly bonus potentialProfit Sharing ProgramPaid Parental LeaveEducational Assistance ProgramPrepaid group legal plan

This position is restricted to U.S. citizens due to U.S. federal government contracts that require the employment of only persons who are U.S. citizens. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as protected veteran, or any other protected class.